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Panel
Ports allow you to connect peripheral devices to your computer as you would with a desktop PC.
Front View
# Item Description
1 Display screen Also called LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), displays computer
output.
2 Status indicators LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) that turn on and off to show
the status of the computer and its functions and
components.
3 Power button Turns the computer on and off.
4 Launch Keys Buttons for launching frequently used programs.
5 Palmrest Comfortable support area for your hands when you use the
computer.
6 Click buttons (left, center and right) The left and right buttons function like the left and right
mouse buttons, the center button serves as a scroll up/
down button.
7 Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a
computer mouse.
8 Keyboard Inputs data into your computer.
9 Ventilation Slot Enables the computer to stay cool, even after the
prolonged use.